December 11th, 2015

Label Head Honchos take to the controls to sound up a tremendous year for Technique Recordings with this "Technique Annual 2015 Drum & Bass" LP Mini Mix........... The full album including the extended version of this mix is available to download now from iTunes.......

The drum and bass scene is looking strong. From the sweaty recesses of the grimiest jump-up raves to chart-topping, ad-soundtracking mainstream acceptance, 2015 has shown that this music has the full spectrum covered. And Technique Recordings, as always, has been up there at the forefront of the movement. This compilation, drawn from Technique's releases over the year, is here to confirm that point.

As you'd expect, the veteran artists are representing in force. The mighty Tantrum Desire is a consistent presence showing off multiple facets of their anthemic sound, with tracks like “Sea Breeze” and “Oblivion”, plus quirkier offerings like the stripped-back DJ weapon “Pump”. And of course, their huge collaborations with Matrix & Futurebound and Drumsound & Bassline Smith are here too. Talking of the label bosses, they haven't held back on their contributions either, treating us to the euphoria of “I Need Somebody”, the filth of “Spring Heel Jack” and plenty more besides. All that before we even get into the floor-filling monsters provided by the likes of L Plus, Crissy Criss and MaxNRG.

Alongside those battle-hardened Technique warriors are newer recruits to the team. Document One have made a huge impact this year and the soulful vibe and dancefloor energy of tracks like “Follow Me” and “Jazz Club” demonstrate why. Aussie representative Spectrem brings some melodic jungle sensibilities to the album with “Say Goodbye”, while Erb N Dub & Skope deliver something powerfuly individual with “Drummer”. Neuro-specialists Gradual and big-room filler Kronology each deliver a couple of heavyweight pieces to cement their status too.

Then there are those artists whose names you might not instantly associate with Technique. Brian Brainstorm drops some full-on break-twisting jungle with “Pon Di Streets”, for example. Melinki and North Base take us back to the sunshine with “Summer Solstice” and “Bikini Dance”, and even the legends Digital and Decoder & Substance grace us with their presence.

Like the drum and bass scene as a whole, this compilation has flavours in abundance. As a marker of the work Technique's put in this year, bringing through new artists, showing off the best of established ones and delivering a rarely-paralleled variety of D&B styles, this delivers on all counts. The only thing left to the imagination is the question of how this can possibly be equalled in 2016. Better strap in for the ride.

October 12th, 2015

L Plus tunes are a constant fixture in the sets of well-informed DJs. Combining a rare technical proficiency with a well-honed musical and storytelling sensibility, plus a ruthless desire to smash parties everywhere, this producer is at the top of his game. So this month to tie in with the release of his "One Tonne Of Bass" EP on Technique Recordings, L Plus steps up & delivers an amazing high energy Drum & Bass mix........Enjoy!!!!

July 9th, 2015

Drum and bass has grown up a lot since its UK-centric formative days. You've probably noticed that, over the last few years, Technique Recordings has been instrumental in bringing a host of international talent to wider prominence in the scene. Names like L Plus, MaxNRG, Spectrem and Document One are now regular fixtures on the tracklists of top echelon DJs for raves and radio alike. So, fresh for 2015, here's the latest addition to this fast-expanding global operation. Meet Gradual.

If you've been paying attention to the tightly-knit Spanish D&B scene, then you'll already know about the DJs and producers called Alerstorm and Ice Stereo. And you'll know they've been steadily building their skills and profile for around seven years, dropping heavy releases on multiple imprints across Europe. If, however, you haven't been paying attention then you may have formed your own misguided idea of what Spanish D&B is all about. Maybe some laid-back, sun-kissed Mediterranean vibes with a bit of classical guitar thrown in? Well, check your prejudices and think again.

These two have been ripping things up with their own brand of dark, deep and complex tear-out neuro-influenced drum and bass. They've given us force-laden rhythmic motifs folded and reshaped into multiple forms with layers of effortlessly technical bass and devastatingly powerful riffs. They've given us tight and aggressive drums that punch right in the solar plexus. That's the style that's seen Alerstorm and Ice Stereo cement their status in the world of D&B. When, three years ago, they recognised their complementary perspectives and began collaborating, it was clear that this team-up had the potential for even bigger things.

And those bigger things have arrived in the form of a signing to Technique Recordings. Gradual, as the duo are now known, are now trained and ready to flex their skills for a wider audience than ever before. Here are two producers who've paid their dues and are prepared for Technique to take them to the next level. It's time for Spanish D&B to take its place on the big stage and show us all what it's really made of.

June 17th, 2015

Let's not beat around the bush. Ahead of their "Diversified Album, Tantrum Desire take control of this months Technique Podcast.It's absolutely clear Jay and Dev have put the graft in over the last decade to claim and maintain their D&B-elite status. And, as DJs, they've proven their ability to take that sound into the real world and make it connect with the biggest crowds bass-heavy music has to offer. There are a handful of acts that can simultaneously kill it in the underground and the mainstream, and we're about to find out why Tantrum Desire is one of them... Diversified Album is available 28th June 2015

May 21st, 2015

It’s a rare commodity these days to find both uniqueness and originality in an artist. Divine Elements delivers both, and the Los Angeles-based Drum & Bass production crew does it with serious fire. Not only do they make some intense dancefloor stompers, but they can hit you with a crushing three deck mix or an all out live performance. Having been a driving force in Los Angeles’ Drum & Bass since 2003, these guys are deep rooted in one of the U.S.’ top DnB scenes, headlining at some of the city’s best clubs, like Respect, Dim Mak Studios, Avalon, House of Blues, Keyclub and massive events like Beatdown, Legendz and History. Today the crew is still holding it down strong as one of the top West Coast producers of dancefloor Drum & Bass.

May 12th, 2015

This months Podcast is brought to you by Technique & Interface Resident DJ.

Confront is a 20 year old Drum & Bass DJ from Derby. He has supported some of the biggest names in the Drum & Bass scene including the Legendary Drumsound & Bassline Smith, Andy C, Shy FX, DJ Hype, Grooverider, Micky Finn, Brockie amongst others. This mix is a showcase of what the up & coming DJ currently plays in his sets. Enjoy!!!!!!!

March 9th, 2015

If you’ve been keeping your eye on the Los Angeles D&B scene, then you’ll
know all about Slogun and iOh. Hailed as “Ones to Watch” by Kmag in
2013, their deep respect for junglist history and culture has fuelled a
steady rise to prominence both as DJs and producers. Now, they’re ready
to take the next step, and make their mark on the international sceneas part of the Technique roster. So, after the warning shot of Razor Sharp on the 15 Years of Technique LP, it’s time to
welcome the team now known as Kronology with their first full release.

So Kronology have arrived, and they’ve got some flavours that you might not have heard before. While fully immersed
in drum and bass music, they’ve brought their own influences of American EDM, house, punk and metal to work into
the formula. Straight out of the San Fernando Valley, here’s something new for the D&B scene, encapsulated in their
first release, the Timelapse EP.